Robert Pine

Early Life and Family Background

Robert Pine was born on July 10, 1941, in New York City, New York. He is the son of Virginia and Granville Martin Pine. His father worked as a patent attorney. Pine’s early influences and upbringing in New York contributed to his enduring interest in the performing arts.

Television Career and Notable Roles

Pine’s acting career spans multiple decades and includes a wide array of appearances in both television and film. He gained widespread recognition for his role as Sgt. Joseph Getraer on CHiPs, a series that aired from 1977 to 1983 and followed the lives of two California Highway Patrol motorcycle officers.

Before and after CHiPs, Pine delivered notable performances on various American television shows. He appeared as Walker Coleman in Days of Our Lives and made guest appearances on series such as Gunsmoke, Lost in Space, The Silent Force, The Wild Wild West, Barnaby Jones, Lou Grant, and Knight Rider.

He also played Thomas Magnum’s father in a flashback sequence on Magnum, P.I.. In the late 1980s, he guest-starred as Peter Morris, the father of Zack Morris, in an episode of Saved by the Bell: Good Morning, Miss Bliss.

Appearances in the Star Trek Franchise

Robert Pine has featured in several roles within the Star Trek universe. In Star Trek: Voyager, he played Akritirian Ambassador Liria in the Season 3 episode titled “The Chute.” He also appeared in Star Trek: Enterprise as Vulcan Captain Tavin in the Season 1 episode “Fusion.”

Additional Television Credits

Beyond his Star Trek work, Pine also appeared in acclaimed series such as Six Feet Under and Beverly Hills, 90210. He participated in panel game shows like Match Game, showcasing his versatility beyond traditional acting roles.

Personal Life and Family

Robert Pine is married to actress Gwynne Gilford, who appeared on several episodes of CHiPs playing Betty Getraer, the on-screen wife of Pine’s character. The couple has two children, Chris and Katie. Their son, Chris Pine, has followed in his father’s footsteps and become a well-known actor in his own right.